How you can help

Homelessness is a complex issue and will require sustained effort from the whole community to address. The Lady Bowen Trust works in partnership with other charitable organisations to assist Queenslanders experiencing, or at risk of homelessness, but we all can make a contribution – no matter how big or small.

If you would like to help by making a financial contribution to the Lady Bowen Trust, or by making a bequest in your will, please email us at enquiries@ladybowentrust.org.au or call us on 1800 081 698.

If you would like to assist in other ways by donating your time, goods or services, please contact us to discuss, and we may be able to support you find the best way for you to help, either through the Lady Bowen Trust, or with one of our charitable partners.

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His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, Governor of Queensland, in his capacity as Patron of the Lady Bowen Trust, hosted 15 local and regionally based Queensland organisations dedicated to helping the homeless as they shared in over $170,000 in grants at a reception on 19 June 2018 at Government House. The Honourable Mick […] Read more

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Our Mission

Through targeted financial assistance , the Lady Bowen Trust assists people in Queensland who are experiencing homelessness, or who are at risk of homelessness, to stabilise their lives and build a better future.

Lady Bowen Trust Chair of the Board of Advice Darryl Seccombe OAM said the Trust had distributed more than $1.1 million throughout Queensland since it was established in 2006 with support from the Queensland Government.

“Over the past 10 years, the Trust’s contributions have had a direct impact on the lives of thousands of Queenslanders who have been doing it tough,” Mr Seccombe said.

“I’m extremely proud that the flexible support we provide, in partnership with the dedicated charities we work with, is able to help make significant changes in the lives of at-risk Queenslanders, and give them a head start in building a better future.”

With almost 20,000 homeless people in Queensland, Mr Seccombe said ongoing financial support is critical to ensure those in need continue to receive assistance; particularly with tangible, everyday items like clothing, essential household goods, furniture, housing costs and more.

“It’s great to know that because of the perpetual nature of the Trust, ongoing support will be there into the future as we continue to work with our partners to provide individual support for Queenslanders in need,” he said.

The Trust tailors support to help people with complex, individual needs to address issues that contribute to homelessness. These include mental health issues, drug and alcohol abuse, domestic and family violence and young people who have exited the care system.

The independent trustee of the Lady Bowen Trust is the Public Trustee of Queensland who is assisted by a Board of Advice consisting of leaders in the business, community and not-for-profit sectors